This position is responsible for managing research laboratories and coordinating and conducting laboratory research projects at the Alaska SeaLife Center.
Education/Experience Requirements:
Master’s degree in biology, marine biology, laboratory sciences, or related field, and two years of work experience in a similar position required. Experience with laboratory instrument and supply procurement, inventory and maintenance required. Experience with laboratory data management required. Experience conducting laboratory research required, and experience with biochemical and molecular laboratory analyses preferred. Experience coordinating laboratory research projects preferred.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Functions as primary manager for research laboratories at the Alaska SeaLife Center, including procurement, inventory, and maintenance of research laboratory instruments and supplies.
- Functions as primary coordinator for laboratory research projects conducted at the Research Department of the Alaska SeaLife Center, and coordinates other research as assigned.
- Develops new laboratory techniques and capacities. As part of a marine health research team, develops and applies laboratory methods to assess and monitor marine animal health in changing oceans. Conducts and participates in other laboratory research as assigned.
- Ensures that appropriate record keeping is maintained, including standard operating protocols, sample tracking records and database management for laboratory research projects. Maintains proper records in accordance with the Alaska SeaLife Center protocol requirements and ensures accurate daily record keeping and archival for laboratory research data.
- Provides oversight for research laboratory safety and maintains protocols and inventories for safe laboratory operations.
- Oversees and coordinates research sample inventories and archives.
- Supports other staff and collaborators in laboratory research sampling, data collection, and laboratory analyses.
- Maintains laboratory budgets as assigned.
- Assists with and prepares grant proposals, reports, presentations, and publications as assigned.
- Works with other departments to communicate research to ASLC audiences and to engage nonscientists with marine health research.
- Fosters good relations with visitors, volunteers, community leaders, contractors, and fellow staff members by promoting positive attitudes, good will, cooperation, and providing high standards of service.
- Complies with all Alaska SeaLife Center policies, procedures, and programs.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Must possess organizational skills for data collection. Ability to multi-task and prioritize while working independently. Ability to interface with researchers as required. Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels, be organized, self-motivated, and possess a strong desire to see the completion of projects. Computer skills including Excel and Word. Previous experience with marine research in Alaska desired.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The position may involve assistance with field research projects, including field work at remote locations in Alaska.
Ability to see and hear; move about; stoop, kneel, and crouch; use arms and hands; handle objects, tools, and controls; and sit. Ability to lift and move 50 pounds. Ability to work in a cold, outdoor, physically demanding environment.
PAY RATE: $57,720–$59,800
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled; apply by Nov. 22 for full consideration.
